Vinten Quattro-SL Operator Guide

Brand: Vinten

Model: Quattro-SL

Category: Camera accessories

Type: Operator Guide

Vinten

Camera Control Solutions

Operators Guide

Quattro-SL

Pedestal

Quattro-SL

PEDESTAL

Publication Part No. V3963-4981 Issue 1

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Preface

Thank you and congratulations on your new Quattro-SL

pedestal from Vinten

We want you to get the most from your new Quattro-SL pedestal, and therefore encourage you to

read this operators guide to familiarise yourself with its many features, some of which may be new

to you. It also covers essential health and safety information and a section on maintenance that

will ensure you keep your new product in perfect condition.

To receive additional benefits, register with Vinten now, on line by visiting www.vinten.com/regis-

ter, or by completing the enclosed form.

Features and benefits of your new Quattro-SL pedestal

The Quattro-SL pedestal has been specifically designed to meet the exacting demands of camera

operators working with full facility studio cameras. The Quattro-SL pedestal offers many unique

features to assist in framing and accurate and repeatable shot positioning.

• Suitable for a wide range of payloads up to 80 kg (176 lb).

• Narrow base and small footprint allow you to manoeuvre into smaller areas, tight sets

and standard 30-inch doorways.

• Low-friction wheels reduce the steering effort, providing a sensitive feel.

• On-shot stroke of 100 cm (39.4 in.) and a maximum height of 147 cm (58.3 in.) provides

increased creative angles and means that raised platforms are not needed to obtain

eyeline.

• Balance profile reduces effort across the full height range, reducing the effort needed

to raise the column.

• The adjustable skirt is protected by the base, reducing damage and improving relia-

bility and allowing close floor clearances for small-diameter cables.

• The foot-operated brake allows the pedestal to be parked safely and securely.

Once again, thank you for choosing the Quattro-SL

We are confident it will give you many years of reliable

performance

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Safety - Read This First

Warning symbols in this operators guide

Where there is a risk of personal injury, injury to others, or damage to the pedestal

or associated equipment, comments appear, highlighted by the word WARNING!

and supported by the warning triangle symbol.

Warning symbols on the pedestal

On encountering the warning triangle and open book symbols it is imperative that

you consult this operators guide before using this pedestal or attempting any ad-

justment or repair.

Critical data

Mass

Pedestal 144 kg (317.4 lb)

Trim weights (11 off) total 7.5 kg (16.5 lb)

Load

Maximum load 80 kg (176.4 lb)

Pressure

Maximum pressure 13.1 bar (190 psi)

Minimum pressure 3.5 bar (50 psi)

≤80 kg

144

≤13.1 bar

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Contents

Page

Preface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Safety - Read This First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Critical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Further information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Operation

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Column check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Steering mechanism checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Fitting the load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Pressurizing the pedestal

Pressurizing the pedestal from an external pressure source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Pressurizing the pedestal using the Vinten portable pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Balancing the load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Using the Quattro-SL pedestal

Height adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Cable clamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Cable guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Transportation and storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Servicing

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Routine maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Wheel alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Changing the steering ring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Parts list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Associated Publication

Quattro-SL Pedestal

Maintenance Manual

Part No. V3963-4991

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Technical data

Payload 80 kg (176 lb)

Pedestal weight 144 kg (317.4 lb)

Trim weights

main (5 x 1.0 kg) 5.0 kg (11 lb)

auxiliary (6 x 0.5 kg) 3.0 kg (6.6 lb)

Minimum height 47 cm (18.5 in.)

Maximum height 147 cm (57.8 in.)

On-shot stroke 100 cm (39.4 in.)

Doorway tracking width 81 cm (32 in.)

Transit doorway width

Small steering ring 74.5 cm (29.3 in.)

Large steering ring 82 cm (32.3 in.)

Max working pressure 13.1 bar (190 psi)

Relief valve pressure 14.5 bar (210 psi)

Min working pressure 3.5 bar (50 psi)

Usage

The Quattro-SL Pedestal is designed for use in television studios to support and balance a pan

and tilt head, camera and ancillary equipment weighing up to 80 kg (176 lb).

The Quattro-SL Pedestal is intended for use by television camera operators.

Further information

For further information or advice regarding this pedestal, please contact Vinten Broadcast Limited,

your local Vinten distributor (see back cover) or visit our website.

For full details on maintenance and spare parts, please refer to the Quattro-SL Pedestal Mainte-

nance Manual and Illustrated Parts List - Publication Part No. V3963-4991.This is obtainable from

Vinten Broadcast Limited or your local Vinten distributor. For information on-line, visit our website

at www.vinten.com

WARNING! If you do not understand how to operate this pedestal, do not

attempt to use it.

Maintenance beyond that detailed in this Operators Guide must

be performed only by competent personnel in accordance with

the procedures laid down in the Maintenance Manual.

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Quattro-SL Pedestal

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(6)

(9)

(10)

(15)

(19)

(18)

(14) (13)

(5)

(11)(12)

(16)

(17)

(20)

(21)

(7)

(8)

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Quattro-SL Pedestal

(1) Weight tray

(2) Trim weight - auxiliary

(3) Safety catch

(4) Steering ring

(5) Moving column

(6) On-shot clamp

(7) Pressure gauge

(8) Trim weight stowage

(9) Lifting aperture

(10) Cable guard adjustment knob

(11) Cable guard height indicator

(12) Position indicator

(13) Cable clamp

(14) Parking brake pedal

(15) Crab/steer changeover pedal

(16) Schrader valve and cap

(17) Drag control

(18) Lock spigot

(19) Trim weight - main

(20) Four-bolt mounting plate

(21) Steering indicator

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Introduction

The Quattro-SL pedestal comprises a central four-stage telescopic column mounted in a steerable

base.

The moving column (5) is pressurized from an external pressure source. A markable height indi-

cator scale is provided on the second section of the column allowing the operator to record camera

heights for shots. A weight tray (2) is attached to the top of the column and trim weights (1, 19)

are provided for fine balance. The weight tray also provides a standard four-bolt mounting (20) for

a pan and tilt head and the pedestal is steered by means of a steering ring (4) mounted on its un-

derside. Large- and small-diameter steering rings are available and are fitted with indicators (21)

to show the straight-ahead position.

The column is locked in the fully-depressed position by two safety catches (3) on the weight tray

which engage with spigots (18) at the base of the column. An on-shot clamp (6) and a drag control

(17) are provided at the base of the column.

The base is carried on three sets of twin 125 mm (5 in.) wheels. A continuous height-adjustable

cable guard with infinite positions is provided, raised and lowered by a single control knob (10)

with a height indicator (11) below. Stowage for the trim weights is provided on the upper surface

of the base (8) and two cable clamps (13) are fitted to the vertical sides. A brake pedal (14) con-

trols the parking brake and a crab/steer pedal (15) allows the operator to switch between conven-

tional and crab steering. Position indicators (12) on each side of the base allow the camera

operator to accurately position the pedestal. Lifting apertures (9) are provided on each face of the

base and these also provide access to the wheels.

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Operation

Unpacking

Unpack the pedestal, ensuring that all transport packing and retaining fixings are removed.

Column check

Ensure pedestal pressure is approximately 3.5 bar (50 psi). Increase or reduce as necessary, us-

ing the Schrader valve (16).

Remove the self-adhesive safety catch warning covers (if fitted).

Push down on the weight tray (1) against residual pressure. At the safety catches (3), push the

rocker switches to the unlocked position. Allow the column to extend under hand restraint.

Exercise the column several times over its full stroke.

Push down on the weight tray (1) and push the safety catch rocker switches (3) to the locked po-

sition.

Steering mechanism checks

Align a steering indicator (21) with the crab/steer pedal (15). Press the pedal to select CRAB Turn

the steering ring and check that all three wheels turn together and all point in the same direction.

Align a steering indicator (21) with the crab/steer pedal (15) and press the pedal to select STEER.

Turn the steering ring and check that two of the wheels lock in the straight-ahead position and that

the third wheel (below the brake pedal) can be turned by the steering ring.

WARNING! The Quattro--SL pedestal has a mass of 150 kg (331 lb). Take

care when lifting the pedestal. Do not lift the pedestal by the

steering ring - use the lifting apertures (9). Do not release the

safety catches (3) at this stage.

WARNING! A pressure retaining valve prevents pedestal pressure being

reduced below approximately 3.5 bar (50 psi), indicated by the

yellow segment on the pressure gauge (7).

In the event that pressure has fallen below this, pressurize the

pedestal to approximately 3.5 bar (50 psi) before attempting to

extend the column.

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Fitting the load

The Quattro pedestal has the standard four-bolt mounting plate (20) which permits the use of var-

ious Vinten camera mounts including pan and tilt heads, Quickfix and Mitchell adapters. To fit a

pan and tilt head or an adaptor it is necessary to extend the moving column.

Fit the pan and tilt head or adaptor as follows:

Ensure pedestal pressure does not exceed 3.5 bar (50 psi). Reduce as necessary, using

the Schrader valve cap (16).

Push down on the weight tray (1) against residual pressure. At the safety catches (3), push

the rocker switches to the unlocked position. Allow the column to extend under hand re-

straint.

Apply the on-shot clamp (6).

Fit the pan and tilt head or adaptor and secure with the appropriate bolts.

Release the on-shot clamp (6) and lower the moving column under hand restraint. Push

down on the weight tray (1) and push the safety catch rocker switches to the locked posi-

tion.

With the pedestal locked in the fully depressed position, fit the camera and accessories to

the pan and tilt head, ensuring that all items such as pan bars, prompters, lenses etc, are

fitted. Attaching these items at a later stage may upset the pedestal balance.

Install one main (19) and two auxiliary trim weights (2) on the weight tray (1).

WARNING! A pressurized pedestal will rise rapidly when the safety catches

are released. Do not lean over the pedestal when releasing the

safety catches. Always restrain the column by hand pressure

on the weight tray when the safety catches are released.

WARNING! A pressure retaining valve prevents pedestal pressure being

reduced below approximately 3.5 bar (50 psi), indicated by the

yellow segment on the pressure gauge (7).

In the event that pressure has fallen below this, pressurize the

pedestal to approximately 3.5 bar (50 psi) before attempting to

extend the column.

WARNING! Lock the pedestal in the fully depressed position before install-

ing the camera.

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Pressurizing the pedestal

The Quattro may be pressurized from an external pressure source or by using the Vinten portable

pump (Part No. 3357-3). Trim weights (2), (19) are provided for fine balance.

Ascertain the payload to be fitted to the pedestal (payload = pan and tilt head, camera, lens and

all ancillary equipment). Referring to the Pressurization graph, mark the payload on the horizontal

axis then strike a vertical line from the load figure to the balance line. At the intersecting point strike

a horizontal line to the vertical axis and read off the required pressure.

The pedestal should be pressurized with the column unlocked and free to extend.

Pressurization graph

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70

200

160140120100806040200

bar

100

120

140

160

180

200

psi

≤ 13.1 bar

(190 psi)

180

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Pressurizing the pedestal from an external pressure source

To pressurize the pedestal from an external pressure source, proceed as follows:

Remove the Schrader valve cap (16) and connect the charging line from the pressure

source.

Push down on the weight tray (1) against residual pressure. At the safety catches (3), push

the rocker switches to the unlocked position.

Turn on the pressure supply and slowly increase the pedestal pressure to the required pres-

sure. Do not exceed the maximum working pressure, indicated by the leading edge of the

red sector on the gauge (7).

Disconnect the charging line, but do not refit the Schrader valve cap at this stage.

Pressurizing the pedestal using the Vinten portable pump

To pressurize the pedestal using the Vinten portable pump, proceed as follows:

Remove the Schrader valve cap (16).

On the pump, fold down both the feet (P.3).

Push in the handle release button (P.5) and move the handle (P.1)to the horizontal position,

where it will lock.

Pull the hose (P.4) out of its stowage (P.2). Connect the hose to the pedestal charging valve

(16).

On the pedestal, push down on the weight tray (1) against residual pressure. At the safety

catches (3), push the rocker switches to the unlocked position.

Position the pump between the legs, standing with both feet on the fold-down feet (P.3).

WARNING! This pedestal must be pressurized only with clean, dry air or

nitrogen. A pressure reducing valve must be fitted to the pres-

sure line between the gas cylinder and the outlet connection of

the hose. The reducing valve must be screwed into the gas cyl-

inder outlet. The maximum pressure on the outlet side of the

reducing valve must not exceed 13.1 bar (190 psi). Do not pres-

surize the pedestal beyond the maximum safe working pres-

sure indicated by the leading edge of the red sector on the

gauge. The pedestal is fitted with a pressure relief valve as a

safeguard against over-pressurization. Do not attempt to adjust

the pressure relief valve.

WARNING! Do not pressurize the pedestal beyond the maximum safe

working pressure indicated by the leading edge of the red sec-

tor on the gauge. The pedestal is fitted with a pressure relief

valve as a safeguard against over-pressurization. Do not

attempt to adjust the pressure relief valve.

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Grip the handle (P.1) with both hands and, using full steady strokes, pressurize the pedestal

to the required pressure. Do not exceed the maximum working pressure, indicated by the

leading edge of the red sector on the gauge (7). Approximately 600 strokes will be required

to fully charge the pedestal.

Disconnect the hose (P.4) from the pedestal charging valve, but do not refit the Schrader

valve cap at this stage. Fit the hose in its stowage (P.2).

Push the pump plunger fully down, push in the handle release button (P.5) and move the

handle (P.1) to the vertical position, where it will lock the pump plunger in the closed posi-

tion.

Fold up both the feet (P.3).

Vinten portable pump

(P.1)

(P.5)

(P.2)

(P.4) (P.3)

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Balancing the load

After pressurization of the pedestal, the pan and tilt head and payload can be accurately balanced,

as follows:

Exercise the moving column (5) over its full travel at least twice, then position the column

in the mid-height position.

If the column tends to fall, remove a trim weight (2), (19) or increase pressure.

If the column tends to rise, reduce the pressure in steps of 0.15-0.20 bar (2-3 psi) using the

Schrader valve cap (16).

Refit the Schrader valve cap (16).

A correctly pressurized pedestal will balance its payload such that it can be moved to any

position over the full on-shot stroke of the moving column, with minimum effort, and it will

maintain its position when the steering ring is released.

Fine balance and temperature correction may be achieved by adding or removing trim

weights.

Using the Quattro-SL pedestal

Height adjustment

The column (5) has an on-shot stroke of 100 cm (39.4 in.) and the load can be moved over this

distance, in perfect balance, by raising and lowering the steering ring (4). The movement is ad-

justable for drag (17) and an on-shot clamp (6) can be used to hold the moving column in position

if fixed height operation is required. A markable height indication scale is provided on the second

stage of the column. Operators can use this scale to record working heights to be returned to

whilst shooting.

WARNING! A pressure retaining valve prevents pedestal pressure being

reduced below approximately 3.5 bar (50 psi).

WARNING! The Schrader valve cap (16) forms a primary pressure seal.

Always replace the cap and screw it down finger- tight.

WARNING! To ensure maximum stability, particularly when moving over

uneven surfaces, reduce pedestal height to a minimum.

Take care not to trap fingers under the steering hub or between

column elements while pedestal height is being reduced.

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Drag control

Column movement is adjustable for drag and this is set according to operator preference by

means of the drag control (17) located at the base of the moving column. Turn the control clock-

wise to increase the drag setting, and counter- clockwise to decease it.

On-shot clamp

An on-shot clamp (6), located at the base of the moving column, can be used to hold the column

in position if fixed height operation is required. Move the clamp lever fully to the left to apply the

clamp. Move it fully to the right to release the clamp.

Steering

Directional control of the pedestal is achieved by turning the steering ring (4) mounted at the top

of the column. The steering system is geared so that the wheels turn by the same amount as the

steering ring. This ensures, for example, that with the pedestal set to crab, turning the steering

ring by 90° will also cause the pedestal to change direction by 90°. The steering ring is fitted with

indicators which, when aligned with the crab/steer pedal (15), indicate the straight-ahead position

and thus provide a reference point when steering.

Position indicators (12) in the centre of each vertical face of the base allow the camera operator

to accurately position the pedestal.

The pedestal has a crab/steer arrangement with a foot-operated changeover mechanism, which

provides a steer setting - one wheel steering, two fixed; or a crab setting - all three wheels turning

together. Pushing the pedal (15) operates the changeover mechanism which toggles the pedestal

between crab and steer.

Although the button can be pressed with the wheels in any position, the changeover will not occur

until the wheels are all facing forward, so the steering ring may have to be turned by up to 180°

before the changeover mechanism engages. This arrangement ensures that the fixed wheels will

always lock in the straight-ahead position when changing from crab to steer.

Steering rings of two diameters and with either type of steering indicator may be fitted (see Chang-

ing the steering ring).

Parking brake

A parking brake is provided on one wheel, operated by a red, foot-operated button (14), adjacent

to the crab/steer button.

To apply the brake, press down on the button. Press the button again to release the brake.

Cable clamps

Two cable clamps (13) are provided, mounted on the vertical faces of the base.

WARNING! This brake is intended for use only as a parking brake. Do not

apply the brake while the pedestal is in motion.

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Cable guard

An infinitely adjustable, continuous cable guard is provided in the skirt of the base, raised and low-

ered by means of a single knob (10). Height of the cable guard is displayed by a cable guard height

indicator (11) positioned below the adjustment knob.

Rotate the adjustment knob to set the cable guard to the required height.

The cable guard incorporates a spring-loaded mechanism to prevent damage if the pedestal is

pulled over an obstacle.

Transportation and storage

To prepare the pedestal for transportation and storage, proceed as follows:

Fully depress the moving column (5). Push down on the weight tray (1) and push the safety

catch rocker switches (3) to the locked position.

Using the Schrader valve cap (16), reduce pedestal pressure to 3.5 bar (50 psi).

Push down on the weight tray (1). At the safety catches (3), push the rocker switches to the

unlocked position. Allow the column to extend under hand restraint.

Apply the on-shot clamp (6).

Undo the four mounting bolts and remove the pan and tilt head.

To avoid the possibility of dust or abrasive particles collecting on moving components, re-

lease the on-shot clamp (6) and set the moving column (5) to minimum height. Push down

on the weight tray (1) and push the safety catch rocker switches (3) to the locked position.

WARNING! The Quattro-SL pedestal has a mass of 150 kg (331 lb). Take

care when lifting the pedestal. Do not lift the pedestal by the

steering ring - use the lifting apertures (9).

Local, national or international regulations may apply to the

transport and storage of pressurized pedestals.

NOTE: It is not necessary to reduce the pedestal pressure prior to transportation or

storage.

WARNING! A pressure retaining valve prevents pedestal pressure being

reduced below approximately 3.5 bar (50 psi).

WARNING! A pressurized pedestal will rise rapidly when the safety catches

are released. Do not lean over the pedestal when releasing the

safety catches. Always restrain the column by hand pressure

on the weight tray when the safety catches are released.

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Place any trim weights (2), (19) in the trim weight stowage (8).

WARNING! This pedestal must be transported and stored in an upright

position.

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Servicing

General

The Quattro-SL pedestal is robustly made to high engineering standards and little attention is re-

quired to maintain serviceability save regular cleaning. Attention to the following points will ensure

a long and useful service life with minimum need for repair.

Routine maintenance

The Quattro-SL pedestal requires no routine maintenance other than regular cleaning.

During normal use, check the steering alignment, the effectiveness of the on-shot clamp and

check for radial or side play in the moving column.

If the steering is misaligned, re-align the wheels (see Wheel alignment).

Refer to the appropriate section in the Maintenance Manual if the on-shot clamp is ineffective, ex-

cessive radial or side play is apparent in the moving column, or any other defect is apparent.

Adjustments and repairs should be carried out only by a competent person.

Cleaning

During normal studio use, the only cleaning required should be a regular wipe over with a lint-free

cloth. Dirt accumulated during storage or periods of disuse may be removed with a semi-stiff

brush. Particular attention should be paid to the flats on the top stage of the column and to the

wheels, which are accessible for cleaning through the lifting apertures.

Use out-of-doors will require special attention, especially in adverse conditions. Salt spray must

be washed off with fresh water at the earliest opportunity. Do not allow water to enter the column.

Sand and dirt acts as an abrasive and should be removed with a semi-stiff brush or vacuum clean-

er.

Wheel alignment

Inaccuracies in the steering may be due to misalignment of the wheels, backlash in the steering

ring, or slackness in the steering belt or chains,

If misalignment of the wheels is suspected, carry out a tracking check, as follows:

Draw a straight line on the studio floor at least 4 m (13 feet) long.

Ensure that the pedestal is carrying a payload of approximately 80 kg (176 lb)

Set the pedestal to CRAB and carefully align the clutch wheels (under the crab/steer knob)

and one of the front wheels with the line on the studio floor.

NOTE: Do NOT use oil or grease on any exposed part of the column. This is

unnecessary and traps dirt which acts as an abrasive.

NOTE: Use only detergent-based cleaners. Do NOT use solvent- or oil-based cleaners,

abrasives or wire brushes to remove accumulations of dirt, as these damage the

protective surfaces.

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Push the pedestal 3.6 m (12 feet) along the line. The pedestal should not deviate more than

50 mm (2 in.) from the line.

Push the pedestal back to the starting point. The pedestal should not deviate more than

50 mm (2 in.) from the line.

Reposition the pedestal to align the wheels under the crab knob and the other front wheels

with the line on the studio floor and repeat the above check.

If the deviation exceeds the above limits, re-align the wheels as follows:

Remove any payload from the pedestal. Remove all trim weights from the weight tray and

stowages.

Lower the column and lock in the fully depressed position.

With the aid of a second person, invert the pedestal and stand it on the weight tray. Use a

suitable material under the pedestal to prevent damage.

Turn the cable guard adjustment knob (10) so that the indicator (11) is at the top of its scale,

to set the cable guard to its highest position.

Select STEER and turn the wheels until the two wheels furthest from the clutch wheel lock

in the straight-ahead position.

Working through the lifting apertures (9), at each axle mounting, slacken the lock screws

(9.1).

Wheel alignment

(9)

(9.1) (10)

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Vinten Quattro-SL Operator Guide

Brand: Vinten

Model: Quattro-SL

Category: Camera accessories

Type: Operator Guide

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